Grandma’s Capirotada Recipe: A Traditional Mexican Bread Pudding

Capirotada is a beloved Mexican dessert, rich in history, flavor, and tradition. Often enjoyed during Lent, this sweet and comforting bread pudding has been passed down through generations. My grandma’s capirotada recipe is a family treasure, blending warm spices, toasted bread, and sweet syrup to create a dish that’s both nostalgic and delicious.

If you’ve never tried capirotada before, you’re in for a treat! It’s a unique combination of sweet and savory, with layers of bread soaked in a cinnamon-spiced piloncillo syrup, topped with nuts, raisins, and cheese. Yes—cheese! Though it may sound unusual, the melted cheese adds a creamy contrast to the sweetness, making every bite unforgettable.

What is Capirotada?

Capirotada is a Mexican bread pudding traditionally made during Lent, with symbolic ingredients representing elements of the Passion of Christ. The bread signifies the body of Christ, the syrup represents His blood, and the cheese represents the Holy Shroud. Though variations exist across Mexico, the core flavors remain the same—sweet, spiced, and comforting.

Grandma’s Capirotada Recipe

Ingredients:

• 6 bolillo rolls (or French bread), sliced and slightly toasted
• 2 cups water
• 1 ½ cups piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 3 whole cloves
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup shredded queso fresco (or mild cheddar cheese)
• ½ cup raisins
• ½ cup chopped pecans (or peanuts)
• ¼ cup butter (optional, for added richness)
• ½ cup sweetened coconut flakes (optional)

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